Courses
These are focused on presenting research, public engagement and impact, publishing, research dissemination and external communication.
| Workshop | Date and Time | Location | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
4 Dec 10am-1pm | Online (Zoom) | Sarah Travers, Bespoke Communications | |
3 Dec 7pm-9pm 10 Mar 7pm-9pm | Online (UEA) | Dr Simon Watts | |
21 Oct 10am-12pm | Online (MS Teams) | Conor Heffernan | |
Presentation Skills: Reflecting on Your Style and Approach | 10 Mar 10am-12pm | Online (MS Teams) | Philip McDermott |
How to Talk to Human Beings About Your Research | Semester 2 | ||
How to Present and Not be Awful | Semester 2 | ||
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition | Semester 2 |
| Workshop | Date and Time | Location | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
Strategies for Getting Published | Semester 2 | ||
Publishing your PhD thesis as a book | Semester 2 | ||
20 & 21 Oct 7pm-9pm 19 Nov 10am-12pm 26 Jan 7pm-9pm 23 Mar 10am-12pm | Online (UEA) | Dr Simon Watts | |
5 Oct 10am-12pm | Online (MS Teams) | Orla McBride | |
8 Dec 12:30pm-1:30pm | Online (MS Teams) | Library Services Staff |
| Workshop | Date and Time | Location | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
Impact Development Series | Semester 2 | ||
Infotopia: How to Create Impactful Infographics | Semester 2 | ||
Making Conferences Work for You | Semester 2 | ||
Networking: The Art of Schmoozing | Semester 2 | ||
Policy Engagement: An Introduction | Semester 2 | ||
PURE: How to be a PURE genius | 21 Jan 10am-12pm | Online (MS Teams) | Suzanne Beech |
PURE Support Sessions | Semester 2 | ||
Social Media: A Guide to Amplifying Research | Semester 2 | ||
Producing an Effective Poster | Semester 2 | ||
Effective poster design for practice based researchers | Semester 2 | ||
Visualising Data and Information | Semester 2 | ||
Communicate with Industry: Translating academic research into compelling industry-centric communications | Semester 2 |
Pillars of the Researcher Development Programme for Postgraduate Researchers
Research Skills
Workshops focused on research knowledge and skills including research methodologies, research management, open research, data analysis, and technical research competencies.
Writing Skills
Workshops and events dedicated to academic and research writing.
Communication and Engagement
Workshops focused on presenting research, public engagement and impact, publishing, research dissemination and external communication.
Career Development
Workshops focused on career planning, job applications, and professional development.
Transferable Skills
Workshops developing broader professional and personal skills applicable beyond academia.
The PhD Process
Workshops specifically related to managing and progressing through the PhD journey.



